New Delhi (National Times): Stand-up comedian Munawar Faruqui has come out in support of Samay Raina, who has been facing intense backlash over a recent episode of India’s Got Latent. The controversy arose after YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia made an inappropriate remark on the show, sparking outrage on social media.
Amid the growing criticism, Munawar took to his social media to share a cryptic yet supportive message:
“Art is like a spring, the more you press it, the more it will take you up.”
His statement seems to suggest that art and creativity thrive under pressure, subtly backing Raina in the ongoing controversy.
Samay Raina’s Emotional Response
As the backlash intensified, Samay Raina shared an emotional note on his Instagram story, announcing the removal of all India’s Got Latent videos from his YouTube channel.
“Everything that is happening has been too much for me to handle. I have removed all India’s Got Latent videos from my channel. My only objective was to make people laugh and have a good time. I will fully cooperate with all agencies to ensure their inquiries are concluded fairly. Thank you,” Raina wrote.
The Fallout Continues
The controversy began when Ranveer Allahbadia’s remarks on the show were widely condemned for being offensive and inappropriate. Following severe backlash, Ranveer issued an apology, admitting to a “lapse in judgment” and stating that comedy was not his forte.
Several artists, including B Praak and Mika Singh, have openly criticized the content of the episode, calling for greater responsibility in digital content creation. While many have condemned the show, Munawar’s statement offers a different perspective, seemingly advocating for creative freedom despite the criticism.
With all India’s Got Latent videos now removed, the future of the show remains uncertain. Whether Raina will make a comeback or choose a different path remains to be seen.
